Medical Assistant

GI Associates; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekends

No Holidays

PTO & paid anniversary day

7% retirement contribution & 401(k)

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending plan

Short- & long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

GI Associates is seeking a Patient Service Representative to support our gastroenterology practice in southeast Wisconsin. This role focuses on patient care while assisting physicians in a collaborative team environment.

The position emphasizes quality care, confidentiality, and efficient patient workflow. The ideal candidate brings a patient-first mindset, strong communication, and the ability to travel to other GI Associates locations as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Patient-care first approach with strong attention to detail.
• CMA certification preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares EMR for office hours and procedures as needed.
• Rooms patients, obtains vitals, updates medication list and patient photos as needed.
• Schedules labs, endoscopy procedures, x-rays, or other appointments with insurance considerations.
• Conducts patient education and communication.
• Travels to off-site locations as needed.
• Uses PMS, EMR, EPIC effectively and confidentially.
• Maintains organized workstation and confidentiality.
• Collaborates with physicians and practice staff to optimize patient care.
• Documents patient care accurately in EMR.
• Notifies pre-certification of procedures.

Skills

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

CMA certification (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

• Medical, dental & vision insurance

At GI Associates we believe in striving for the best outcomes for our patients, employees, and community.

Imagine your next career as a digestive health expert! GI Associates is looking for motivated people to join our growing independent gastroenterology practice. Our nationally recognized physicians and dedicated team are patient-focused and provide compassionate, collaborative care to patients across southeast Wisconsin.

GI Associates provides an excellent work-life balance and amazing benefits package including:

• No weekends
• No Holidays
• PTO & paid anniversary day
• 7% GI Associates retirement contribution & 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible spending plan
• Short- & long-term disability
• Basic & supplemental life insurance

Position Summary

Our Patient Service Representative has the unique opportunity to contribute to a harmonious work environment by providing patient care while supporting our physician practice at GI Associates. Our position maintains and manages our GI Practice's in a strong team environment and offers the highest quality of care to both patients, family members, and community. Our patient service representative position is an integral part of the foundation at GI Associates with patients and family members looking to you for their choice of the highest quality care in GI.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepares EMR for office hours and procedures as needed
• Rooms patients and obtains vital signs, chief complaints, updates medication list, and obtains/processes patient photo when needed
• Appropriately schedules necessary labs, Endoscopy procedures, x-rays, or any other ancillary/appointments for patients considering proper insurance coverage per location
• Conducts patient education (i.e., Handouts, etc.)
• Travels to off-site locations
• Utilizes PMS, EMR, EPIC appropriately and efficiently
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality
• Maintains clean and organized workstation and nurses' station during/at completion of office hours
• Works collaboratively with physician/mid-level, physician practice representative (PPR) to optimize patient care
• Documents patient care accurately, in the proper location in the EMR, and in a timely fashion.
• Notifies pre-certification department of scheduled procedures
• Answers and follows up on patient phone calls in a timely fashion
• Maintains medication closets by stocking medications in an organized and retrievable manner when needed
• Assists with Patient Walk-ins as needed
• Assist with CRH Hemorrhoidal banding procedure in the office as needed
• Facilitates harmonious work environment, whereby treating all co-workers with respect and dignity
• Maintains a safe work environment
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Patient-care first approach with strong attention to detail
• CMA certification preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, family members, physicians, co-workers, and outside customers
• BLS/CPR certification - training available once hired
• Previous Healthcare experience preferredPrevious gastroenterology experience preferred, but not required
• Willingness and ability to travel to other GI Associates locations as needed to support operational needs

Physical & Mental Demands

• Able to sit, stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach and stoop throughout entire shift to accomplish tasks
• Able to push, pull, lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Able to work through interruptions, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Frequently uses a computer for typing and EMR documentation; requires accurate and efficient data entry abilities
• Frequently uses the telephone to contact patients for appointment scheduling, follow-up care, test results, and other clinical communications